Magnesium is a metal and is a solid at room temperature.Magnesium a metal found in water and to make it you add it to other chemicals. Magnesium metal and alloys are highly flammable in their pure form when molten, as a powder, or in ribbon form. Burning or molten magnesium metal reacts violently with water. Magnesium powder is an explosive hazard. The bright white light produced by burning magnesium can permanently damage the retinas of the eyes.
Physical properties
Atomic Number: 12
Atomic Weight: 24.3050
Melting Point: 923 K (650°C or 1202°F)
Boiling Point: 1363 K (1090°C or 1994°F)
Density: 1.74 grams per cubic centimeter
Phase at Room Temperature: Solid
Element Classification: Metal
Period Number: 3 Group Number: 2 Group Name: Alkaline Earth Metal
Physical properties
Atomic Number: 12
Atomic Weight: 24.3050
Melting Point: 923 K (650°C or 1202°F)
Boiling Point: 1363 K (1090°C or 1994°F)
Density: 1.74 grams per cubic centimeter
Phase at Room Temperature: Solid
Element Classification: Metal
Period Number: 3 Group Number: 2 Group Name: Alkaline Earth Metal